Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally first view

Aprilia has revealed a new Rally version of the Caponord 1200. An all-terrain tourer, it will be a rival to bikes such as the Triumph Tiger Explorer XC and BMW R 1200 GS Adventure.

As would be expected, the Rally gains numerous equipment upgrades compared to a regular Caponord 1200. These include a set of hard panniers with aluminium covers, additional engine guards, a larger windscreen and extra LED lights. Furthermore, wire-spoke wheels are fitted and the front one has a diameter of 19” instead of the usual 17”.

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally (2015) Front Side

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally (2015) Rear Side

Also part of the Rally’s specification is the semi-active Aprilia Dynamic Damping suspension set-up, which continuously makes adjustments based on riding style and the surface being travelled over.

Unchanged is the 1,197 cc V-twin engine. Producing 123 bhp (91 kW / 125 PS) and 114 Nm (84 lb/ft) of peak torque, it features a ride-by-wire throttle with three selectable maps. Helping to harness that output is a standard traction control system, while anti-lock brakes take care of stopping.

Sales of the Caponord 1200 Rally are due to begin across Europe during January 2015. Aprilia has yet to announce a price.

Related posts:
2015 BMW R 1200 GS and GS Adventure
2014 Aprilia Tuono V4 R ABS unveiled
2013 Tiger Explorer XC

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